{"product_id":"4589538833350","title":"Simon Tulejewski  -  Saint-Saens: Piano Concertos Nos. 2 \u0026 5 \"Egyptian\"  -  Import CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimon Tulejewski\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e[Saint-Saëns Concerto, Performed by Torpčevski]\nPianist Simon Trupcheski, born in Macedonia in 1979, presents his fifth release on the LINN label: a colorful and energetic live recording of two Saint-Saëns concertos, performed in Glasgow with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra conducted by Thomas Senagao. The Second Concerto, which the composer wrote in just 17 days in preparation for its premiere, is a masterpiece distinguished by its rich melodies and virtuosity—from the solemn, Bach-like opening to the thrilling finale, a tarantella that blends speed and power. Concerto No. 5, “Egyptian,” is said to have been composed during Saint-Saëns’s stay in Egypt as a response to the Wagner boom of the time; while retaining traces of the sonata form, it employs a fantasia-like structure and harmonies that were experimental for Saint-Saëns. The second movement, which incorporates a Nubian love song sung by a Nile boatman and the croaking of frogs, is brimming with exotic charm, while the lively finale—mimicking the sound of a ship’s propeller—features breathtaking virtuosity. You can enjoy a magnificent performance by Torpcheski, who, with his innate charisma and breathtaking technique, fully and freely expresses the work’s character and emotion, all presented with a sound that is rich in realism.\nNaxos Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracklisting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1.Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 22~Andante sostenuto\u003cbr\u003e2.Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 22~Allegro scherzando\u003cbr\u003e3.Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 22~Presto\u003cbr\u003e4.Piano Concerto No. 5 in F major \"The Egyptian', Op. 103~Allegro animato\u003cbr\u003e5.Piano Concerto No. 5 in F major \"The Egyptian', Op. 103~Andante\u003cbr\u003e6.Piano Concerto No. 5 in F major \"The Egyptian', Op. 103~Molto allegro\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Linn Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53255625605409,"sku":"4589538833350","price":114.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/4589538833350.jpg?v=1786765409","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/en-ae\/products\/4589538833350","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}